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Yamaguchi, Japan

Shuji Minami

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Mitsui Petrochemical Industries, Ltd.. Active years: 1990-1994.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shuji Minami. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shuji-minami

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 116(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Otake, JP (1990)
  • Hiroshima, JP (1990 - 1991)
  • Ichihara, JP (1992)
  • Yamaguchi, JP (1990 - 1993)
  • Ohtake, JP (1992 - 1994)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 1,008 
 
Mitsui Petrochemical Industries, Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1990-1994

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5310931 - Isomerization of cycloolefin from endo-form to exo-form and (1994-05-10),
2. 5272235 - Cycloolefin random copolymer and process for preparing same (1993-12-21),
3. 5244996 - Hot-melt adhesive (1993-09-14),
4. 5142007 - Process for the production of cycloolefin-based random copolymer (1992-08-25),
5. 5106931 - Copolymerization of ethylene and cycloolefin isomerized from endo-form (1992-04-21),
6. 5013867 - Liquid oxidatively modified ethylenic random copolymer, process of (1991-05-07),
7. 4981948 - Zinc-containing solid catalyst, process of preparing same and process (1991-01-01),
8. 4966813 - Reflection-preventive pellicle film (1990-10-30),
9. 4960875 - External agent for the skin comprising a specific ethylenic copolymer (1990-10-02),
10. 4943658 - Liquid oxidatively modified ethylenic random copolymer, process of (1990-07-24),
11. 4922046 - Liquid polymer composition and use thereof (1990-05-01),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Shuji Minami

Introduction

Shuji Minami is a prominent inventor based in Yamaguchi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of chemical engineering, particularly in the development of novel processes for cycloolefin isomerization. With a total of 11 patents to his name, Minami's work has had a substantial impact on the industry.

Latest Patents

Minami's latest patents include groundbreaking inventions such as the isomerization of cycloolefin from endo-form to exo-form. This invention provides a novel process for converting a cycloolefin in its endo form to its exo form. The resulting isomer mixture boasts a unique composition, and a random copolymer produced from this composition and ethylene exhibits excellent heat resistance and mechanical strength. Another notable patent involves cycloolefin random copolymers composed of ethylene and cycloolefin, which contain virtually no polyethylene. The optical disc substrates created from these copolymers are remarkable for their transparency and ability to minimize reading errors due to substrate quality.

Career Highlights

Shuji Minami is currently employed at Mitsui Petrochemical Industries, Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has not only advanced the field of polymer chemistry but has also contributed to the production of high-quality materials used in various applications.

Collaborations

Minami has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Toshihiro Sagane and Tatsuo Kinoshita. These partnerships have fostered a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and the sharing of ideas.

Conclusion

Shuji Minami's contributions to the field of chemical engineering and polymer science are noteworthy. His innovative patents and collaborative efforts continue to shape the industry and inspire future advancements.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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